THE BEAT
League of Ireland provides inspiration and hope for a better future
European achievements of Shamrock Rovers and Shelbourne come as revered figure Ollie Horgan was celebrated.
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British Army has no place sponsoring Premier League games on Sky Sports
Sky this season announced the British Army as one of the new sponsors of their Premier League coverage, a decision which shows disregard for their Irish subscribers.
Thursday
28 Aug 2025
Emotional
Joey O'Brien pays tribute to Ollie Horgan on 'magical night' for Irish football - 'Maybe he’s smiling down'
heady days
Rovers crown historic night for Irish football with upset of Santa Clara
Rovers will return to the Conference League proper thanks to a gutsy goalless draw against their Portuguese opponents.
Progress
Masterful Shelbourne secure Conference League qualification with class and composure
Goals from Harry Wood and Ali Coote earned a 5-1 aggregate win over Linfield.
Where It All Began
From turning up at Swords Manor in a Man United kit to knocking them of out the Carabao Cup
Exclusive
John Martin in final talks to become new FAI chief football officer
It’s understood the 45-year-old Kildare man will be confirmed as Marc Canham’s permanent successor.
Historic
'We were flying the Irish flag last night' - Grimsby crew celebrate famous win over Man United
CRESTFALLEN
'My players spoke really loud today about what they want' - Amorim after Man United humiliation
Play-offs
Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers united in their focus to seize European opportunity
Stephen Bradley and Joey O’Brien have brought their teams to the cusp of League of Ireland history in Uefa Conference League.
Wednesday
27 Aug 2025
Unbelievable scenes
League Two Grimsby stun Man United in EFL Cup
Irish trio Darragh Burns, Jaze Kabia and Reece Staunton featured for the underdogs, who prevailed after an 18-minute penalty shootout.
